Later Start Committee

Purpose and Scope

The purpose of the Later Start Committee is to investigate the impact of start times on the well being of students and to study the feasibility of changing start times for higher grade students at NUSD. This investigation aligns with the most modern research on the impact of school start times on the brain and behavioral physiology of students as well as their capacity to get the most out of their learning environment. For more information about the latest in later start research or the latest findings and proposals of the committee, scroll down to access public documents and read more about the planned initiatives.

Key Stakeholders With Representatives On The Committee Include

Students

Parents

Community Members

Teachers

Administrators

Educational Services Staff

District Administration

Feedback and Comments?

If you are interested in contributing to later start committee discussions, please contact Ivan Chaidez at [email protected]

The American Academy of Pediatrics recognizes insufficient sleep in adolescents as an important public health issue that significantly
affects the health and safety, as well as the academic success, of our nation’s middle and high school students.